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19-JUN-2014

Lake Brienz

Lake Brienz (Brienzersee in Swiss) is actually turquoise, that color so often associated with the shallow waters of Caribbean beaches. It is turquoise, blue, and emerald green, which has something to do with the glacial deposits in it. Not at all shallow, it plunges to a depth of around 800 feet.
Surrounded by mountains that jut steeply out of the water to great heights, Lake Brienz is settled in Switzerland's Bernese Oberland, a highland region where tiny charming villages have settled for thousands of years. Brienz has a longstanding tradition of wood carving and has both wood carving and violin making schools. The village showcases its talents on the Brunngasse, one of Switzerland's most beautiful streets with 18th century wooden chalets and wood carvings. Must-see or must-do attractions at Brienz include the Brienz Rothorn Railway, Switzerland's oldest steam cogwheel railway. The trains' passage reaches an altitude of 7362 feet chugging through tunnels, woodland, forest, pastures, and gorgeous mountain views.

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Helen Betts08-Jul-2014 17:03
I really like your composition here, with a real house amongst all that natural beauty. V.
Irene Wehrli08-Jul-2014 07:47
What a wonderful spot - farmhouses in Switzerland are mostly best situated with amazing views...
Irene
Dennis Hoyne08-Jul-2014 02:11
A beautiful scene, and such a fantastic site for a farm. A gorgeous image, Jose.
Frank Brault08-Jul-2014 01:43
So beautiful! Amazing color and a superbly composed scenic. V
Gill Kopy08-Jul-2014 01:17
I keep thinking of my favourite childhood book "Heidi" when looking at these shots ! So beautiful V
Guest 08-Jul-2014 00:22
Pretty. A slice of heaven on earth.
fotabug07-Jul-2014 23:53
Makes me think of the story of Heide! V
Guest 07-Jul-2014 22:55
Where is Heidi? I love this! V
Jim Coffman07-Jul-2014 21:31
A home with a awesome view!! Wonderful image,Jose!
Martin Lamoon07-Jul-2014 20:36
What a view.
v
Zeeby07-Jul-2014 20:28
Great composition! V
Helen Betts07-Jul-2014 20:16
Wow, what a difference! Beautiful vista and lovely capture. The light is superb. V.
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